MacDon R80 Rotary Disc Pull-Type Windrower - Manual (Page 54)

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
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Model Year - 2009
7 MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
The following instructions are provided to assist
the operator for servicing the mower conditioner.
Detailed maintenance and service information
are contained in the Service Instruction Manual
that is available from your dealer. A Parts
Catalog is located in a plastic case inside the
RH drive compartment.
Log hours of operation and use the
"Maintenance Checklist" provided to keep a
record of scheduled maintenance. Refer to
Section 7.13, Maintenance Schedule.
7.1 PREPARATION FOR SERVICING
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury, before servicing
mower conditioner or opening drive covers,
perform the following:
a. Fully lower the mower conditioner. If
necessary to service in the raised position,
always close lift cylinder valves.
b. Disengage PTO.
c. Stop engine and remove key.
d. Engage park brake.
e. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
7.2 RECOMMENDED SAFETY
PROCEDURES
• Review Section 2.4 GENERAL SAFETY.
• Park on level surface when possible.
Block wheels securely if mower
conditioner is parked on an incline.
Follow all recommendations in your
Tractor Operator's Manual.
• Wear protective shoes with slip-resistant
soles, a hard hat, protective glasses or
goggles and heavy gloves.
• If more than one person is servicing the
machine at the same time, be aware that
rotating a driveline or other mechanically
driven component by hand (for example,
accessing a lube fitting) will cause drive
components in other areas (belts,
pulleys, and sickle) to move. Stay clear
of driven components at all times.
• Keep the service area clean and dry. Wet
or oily floors are slippery. Wet spots can
be dangerous when working with
electrical equipment. Be sure all
electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
• Use adequate light for the job at hand.
• Replace all shields removed or opened
for service.
• Use only service and repair parts made
or approved by the equipment
manufacturer. Substituted parts may not
meet strength, design or safety
requirements.
• Keep the machine clean. Never use
gasoline, naphtha or any volatile material
for cleaning purposes. These materials
may be toxic and/or flammable.
• Keep the area used for servicing
machinery
clean and dry.
Wet or oily
floors are
slippery. Wet
spots can be
dangerous
when working
with electrical
equipment. Be
sure all
electrical
outlets and tools are properly grounded.